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Dr. Celeste D. Alexander is the Director of the Texas Education Research Center (ERC) at the University of Texas at Austin. With over 40 years of experience in child development, psychology, education, research, and evaluation, Dr. Alexander's work focuses on educational policy and practice, aiming to improve educational and labor outcomes. She oversees the ERC's mission to maintain a longitudinal data system for Texas, providing researchers and social scientists access to a comprehensive database that spans 30 years and continues to grow. Dr. Alexander is known for her expertise in longitudinal data systems, quantitative research designs, data management, and security. As a research scientist, she manages complex projects with multiple stakeholders and mentors graduate students in data management and statistical analysis. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Education Leadership & Policy from the University of Texas at Austin and a Master's in Guidance Counseling from Texas State University. Dr. Alexander is an active participant in the research process and serves on the Advisory Board of the ERC to ensure compliance with FERPA regulations.
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